In our culture, the use of preferred pronouns has become ubiquitous among Gen Zers and beyond. As a parent, you may have noticed this trend and wondered how to approach the subject with your children, especially your younger ones. It's crucial to start having conversations about pronouns and gender identity very young as many schools have embraced an agenda to "break the binary" in kindergarten. 

Ryan and Bethany Bomberger, co-founders of the Radiance Foundation, recognize the importance of addressing this issue and have created valuable resources to help parents navigate these conversations. In this episode, the Bombergers share their insights on the topic and discuss their groundbreaking books, She is She and He is He, which aim to reinforce simple, biological truths about gender.Ryan and Bethany emphasize the significance of bridging the gap between personal worldviews and addressing difficult topics with confidence.

Episode highlights:
The importance of addressing the issue early.
The "Break the Binary" initiative in kindergarten.
The importance of reinforcing simple biological truths with young children.
The rise of the “T” in gender ideology creating a contradiction in the LGBTQ+ community.
The dangers of hormone blockers and cross-sex hormones on young individuals.
The deceptive nature of the transgender ideology and its impact on society.
The role of Planned Parenthood in promoting gender confusion.
How parental rights are under assault.
Long-term studies on the effects of sex reassignment.
Finding freedom in embracing one’s biological gender.
The power of love, truth, and faith in guiding children towards their authentic selves .

As parents, it is our responsibility to engage in honest, open conversations with our children about the complex issues they face in today's world, including the topics of pronouns and gender identity. By equipping ourselves with the knowledge and resources necessary to navigate these conversations, we can help our children understand the importance of embracing their biological sex and the freedom that comes with living authentically as the individuals God created them to be.

Bios:

Ryan Bomberger, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer, The Radiance Foundation (www.radiance.life). Ryan has been named “one of the 50 greatest pro-life leaders in the last 50 years” in the book “Legacy of Life.” Author of the book “Not Equal: Civil Rights Gone Wrong” (www.notequalbook.com). Co-author of the children’s books “He is He”(www.HeIsHe.org) and “She is She” (www.SheIsShe.com).

Bethany Bomberger, Co-founder and Executive Director, The Radiance Foundation (www.radiance.life). Author of the book “PRO-LIFE KIDS!” (www.prolifekids.com) as well as co-author of the children’s books “He is He”(www.HeIsHe.org) and “She is She” (www.SheIsShe.com).

To learn more information about Radiance Foundation, visit www.radiance.life

Radiance Foundation Social Media Pages:

RadianceFacebook Page (@radiancefoundation): facebook.com/radiancefoundation

RadianceTwitter Page (@lifehaspurpose): twitter.com/lifehaspurpose

RadianceInstagram Page (@radiancefoundation): instagram.com/radiancefoundation

Radiance YouTube Page (RadianceFoundation): youtube.com/user/RadianceFoundation

FULL SHOW NOTES WITH RESOURCES CITED.



Resources cited & consulted:

Long-Term Follow-Up of Transsexual Persons Undergoing Sex Reassignment Surgery: Cohort Study in Sweden (Published in the National Library of Medicine

4 out of 5 kids, who question gender ‘grow out of it’: Transgender expertNew York Post

Planned Parenthood: Less Care, No Matter What  (The Radiance Foundation, 1/25/24)

Planned Parenthood, LGBT Inc. and Comprehensive Sex Miseducation (The Radiance Foundation, 4/8/22)

Planned Parenthood Steps Deeply into Transgender Hormones, Including for Minors: Annual Report (The Washington Stand, 4/28/23)

Planned Parenthood Offering Transgender Hormone Therapy to Minors across the Country (KATV, 7/13/22)

Laura Perry Smalts Testimony on The 700 Club

In our culture, the use of preferred pronouns has become ubiquitous among Gen Zers and beyond. As a parent, you may have noticed this trend and wondered how to approach the subject with your children, especially your younger ones. It's crucial to start having conversations about pronouns and gender identity very young as many schools have embraced an agenda to "break the binary" in kindergarten. 
Ryan and Bethany Bomberger, co-founders of the Radiance Foundation, recognize the importance of addressing this issue and have created valuable resources to help parents navigate these conversations. In this episode, the Bombergers share their insights on the topic and discuss their groundbreaking books, <a href="https://sheisshe.com/">She is She </a>and <a href="https://heishe.org/">He is He</a>, which aim to reinforce simple, biological truths about gender. Ryan and Bethany emphasize the significance of bridging the gap between personal worldviews and addressing difficult topics with confidence.
Episode highlights:
<ul>
<li>The importance of addressing the issue early.</li>
<li>The "<a href="https://www.city-journal.org/article/radical-gender-lessons-for-young-children">Break the Binary</a>" initiative in kindergarten.</li>
<li>The importance of reinforcing simple biological truths with young children.</li>
<li>The rise of the “T” in gender ideology creating a contradiction in the LGBTQ+ community.</li>
<li>The dangers of hormone blockers and cross-sex hormones on young individuals.</li>
<li>The deceptive nature of the transgender ideology and its impact on society.</li>
<li>The role of Planned Parenthood in promoting gender confusion.</li>
<li>How parental rights are under assault.</li>
<li>Long-term studies on the effects of sex reassignment.</li>
<li>Finding freedom in embracing one’s biological gender.</li>
<li>The power of love, truth, and faith in guiding children towards their authentic selves .</li>
</ul>
As parents, it is our responsibility to engage in honest, open conversations with our children about the complex issues they face in today's world, including the topics of pronouns and gender identity. By equipping ourselves with the knowledge and resources necessary to navigate these conversations, we can help our children understand the importance of embracing their biological sex and the freedom that comes with living authentically as the individuals God created them to be.
Bios:
Ryan Bomberger, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer, The Radiance Foundation (<a href="http://www.radiance.life">www.radiance.life</a>). Ryan has been named “one of the 50 greatest pro-life leaders in the last 50 years” in the book “<a href="https://legacyoflifebook.com/">Legacy of Life</a>.” Author of the book “Not Equal: Civil Rights Gone Wrong” (<a href="http://www.notequalbook.com">www.notequalbook.com</a>). Co-author of the children’s books “He is He” (<a href="http://www.HeIsHe.org">www.HeIsHe.org</a>) and “She is She” (<a href="http://www.SheIsShe.com">www.SheIsShe.com</a>).
Bethany Bomberger, Co-founder and Executive Director, The Radiance Foundation (<a href="http://www.radiance.life">www.radiance.life</a>). Author of the book “PRO-LIFE KIDS!” (<a href="http://www.prolifekids.com">www.prolifekids.com</a>) as well as co-author of the children’s books “He is He” (<a href="http://www.HeIsHe.org">www.HeIsHe.org</a>) and “She is She” (<a href="http://www.SheIsShe.com">www.SheIsShe.com</a>).
To learn more information about Radiance Foundation, visit <a href="http://www.radiance.life">www.radiance.life</a>
Radiance Foundation Social Media Pages:
Radiance Facebook Page (@radiancefoundation): <a href="http://www.facebook.com/radiancefoundation">facebook.com/radiancefoundation</a>
Radiance Twitter Page (@lifehaspurpose): <a href="https://twitter.com/lifehaspurpose">twitter.com/lifehaspurpose</a>
Radiance Instagram Page (@radiancefoundation): <a href="https://www.instagram.com/radiancefoundation/">instagram.com/radiancefoundation</a>
Radiance YouTube Page (RadianceFoundation): <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/RadianceFoundation">youtube.com/user/RadianceFoundation</a>
<a href="https://catherinesegars.com/2024/07/30/navigating-tough-conversations-about-pronouns-with-your-kids/">FULL SHOW NOTES WITH RESOURCES CITED.</a>
 
Resources cited &amp; consulted:
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3043071/">Long-Term Follow-Up of Transsexual Persons Undergoing Sex Reassignment Surgery: Cohort Study in Sweden (Published in the National Library of Medicine</a>
<a href="https://nypost.com/2023/02/22/four-out-of-five-kids-who-question-their-gender-grow-out-of-it-trans-expert/">4 out of 5 kids, who question gender ‘grow out of it’: Transgender expert</a> New York Post
<a href="https://radiancefoundation.org/lesscare/">Planned Parenthood: Less Care, No Matter What</a>  (The Radiance Foundation, 1/25/24)
<a href="https://radiancefoundation.org/genderspectrum/">Planned Parenthood, LGBT Inc. and Comprehensive Sex Miseducation</a> (The Radiance Foundation, 4/8/22)
<a href="https://washingtonstand.com/news/planned-parenthood-steps-deeply-into-transgender-hormones-including-for-minors-annual-report">Planned Parenthood Steps Deeply into Transgender Hormones, Including for Minors: Annual Report</a> (The Washington Stand, 4/28/23)
<a href="https://katv.com/news/nation-world/planned-parenthood-giving-transgender-hormone-therapy-to-minors-across-the-country">Planned Parenthood Offering Transgender Hormone Therapy to Minors across the Country</a> (KATV, 7/13/22)
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVTYhfWr9u0">Laura Perry Smalts Testimony</a> on The 700 Club

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The Christian Parent, Crazy World&nbsp;podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.
Topics covered on this podcast include:
<ul>
<li>What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith</li>
<li>Can Our Words Change the Future?</li>
<li>Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?</li>
<li>13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year</li>
<li>5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z</li>
<li>What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?</li>
<li>How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children</li>
</ul>
Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

Christian Parent, Crazy World is a podcast dedicated to helping you be a godly parent in an ungodly world.